1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 190 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
